Carlos Ortiz to Serve as Padrino of the Iris Violeta Foundation’s 2025 Christmas Event for Dialysis Patients at Bloom Hospital

The Iris Violeta Foundation recognizes Carlos Ortiz as the Padrino of the 2025 Christmas celebration for children and young people receiving dialysis treatment at the Benjamin Bloom Hospital in San Salvador.

Ortiz’s sponsorship supports a Foundation tradition focused on bringing joy, dignity, and a sense of normalcy to young patients who spend long hours each week undergoing vital treatments.

The celebration provides gifts, entertainment, and a festive meal, creating a moment of relief for families facing the emotional and financial strain of a chronic illness.

Carlos Ortiz, a journalist with more than 25 years of experience in Oklahoma City, has used his platform to highlight the needs and achievements of Hispanic communities.

As editor of Hola Oklahoma, he also amplifies stories that rarely find space in traditional media, giving visibility to immigrant families and Latino culture.

Ortiz goes beyond journalism, promoting educational opportunities for Hispanic youth, convinced that education strengthens the community’s future.

He has also encouraged civic participation, including the “Family Voting” initiative, which motivates immigrant families to vote together and better understand the democratic process.

His involvement with the Iris Violeta Foundation reflects a broader commitment to transnational solidarity, recognizing the shared challenges faced by Salvadoran families.

By serving as Padrino, Ortiz reaffirms that the diaspora remains deeply connected to vulnerable children in El Salvador who face serious illnesses.

The Foundation emphasizes that its support helps sustain programs that depend on donations, volunteers, and partnerships with community leaders.

This recognition demonstrates how individual commitment strengthens community efforts that bring hope to young Salvadorans facing complicated health conditions.